Mrs Robbins Teaches Third Grade

question 28

Multiple Choice

Mrs. Robbins teaches third grade. Her students are studying fractions. She has planned for a variety of instructional and assessment activities. Her students will practice working problems involving the addition/subtraction and multiplication/division of fractions until they remember to use the appropriate methods for handling like and unlike denominators. They will also work exercises in which they will be required to identify equivalent and nonequivalent values. Additionally, students will work in groups using fractions to measure ingredients for a snack they will prepare. At the end of the unit, all students will take an exam on which they will solve equations and write an essay about the use of fractions outside of math class. Mrs. Robbins's methods are best described as an application of ____________ view of intelligence.

• A) Howard Gardner's
• B) David Wechsler's
• C) Robert Sternberg's
• D) Alfred Binet's

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Definitions:

Holistic

An approach that considers the whole system, including physical, mental, social, and spiritual aspects, rather than focusing on individual parts.

Mechanical

Pertaining to or involving machines or mechanical forces, often related to the physical aspects of objects and processes.

Rationalist

A person who emphasizes reasoning, logic, and knowledge derived from intellectual analysis and deduction.

Innately Attractive

Describes something that is naturally appealing or attractive without the need for learning or acquisition.